Companies need developers who can solve problems and write good code. Thinking fast under pressure isn’t part of the job description.

Gayle emphasized mastering coding fundamentals and practicing with platforms like LeetCode. He advised starting interview prep early and building genuine connections for better opportunities.

He had to revamp his résumé to get his foot in the door, and then he got a full-time job at Amazon. One of his tips for landing Big Tech jobs is to treat coding interview questions as ...